Reconfigurable apparatus for storing and displaying items
US6131523A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 6, 1999 |
| Grant date | Oct 17, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 6, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA47B47/00
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A post with a series of generally parallel grooves defined therein and at least one shelf received, engaged, and supported by any of the grooves. A support frame has a base, a top, and cross-members disposed within and generally coextensive with the tubular post. A generally elastic sheet is disposed about the post to generally conform to the post sidewall and generally cover the grooves. An optional extension bar assembly has a collar receivable within any of the grooves and a bar with notches for receiving hangers. An optional connecting bar assembly has an elongated bar supported by two collars receivable within any of the grooves. Furthermore, there may be provided a holder for product information, and top and bottom housings mounted to the post with each containing a lighting assembly or the like.
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